Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony W370

Let's look more closely at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 versus Sony W370, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and the W370 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera 2 was unveiled 4 years after the W370 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a simple view of how the Galaxy Camera 2 matches up vs the W370 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The full galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery & Sony W370 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 features outer dimensions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Sony W370 has specifications of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 versus Sony W370 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the Galaxy Camera 2 and the W370.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy Camera 2 and W370 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking specifications. The picture here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Galaxy Camera 2 and W370.

To sum up, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 to resolve more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos more aggressively. The more modern Galaxy Camera 2 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.